Based on an understanding of the physiologic process of nociceptors,the nurse expects which surgical procedure to create more pain?
A) Repair of several crushed fingers
B) External fixation of a dislocated shoulder
C) Cyst removal on the internal surface of an ovary
D) Repair of a ruptured spleen

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The variable nature and distribution of nociceptors affect the relative sensitivity to pain in different areas of the body; the tips of the fingers have more nociceptors than the skin on the back,and all skin has many more nociceptors than the internal organs including bone.

Based on an Understanding of the Physiologic Process of Nociceptors,the